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CCS → LFR
Which side of the plane to sit from Simón Bolívar International Airport (Caracas) to La Fria Airport (La Fria)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side provides an unparalleled view of the Venezuelan Andes (Cordillera de Mérida), including the country's highest peaks and the dramatic transition from the high mountains to the Llanos plains.
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Caracas Valley
Aerial view of the capital city squeezed between the Avila mountain range and the interior hills.
Lake Valencia
Venezuela's second-largest lake, surrounded by industrial hubs and lush agricultural lands.
Sierra Nevada de Mérida
The snow-capped peaks of Pico Bolívar and Pico Espejo are visible during the cruise phase.
High Llanos
The vast, flat tropical grasslands stretching south toward the Orinoco basin.
Choose the left side for morning flights to avoid the harsh tropical sun glare while viewing the Andes. This side offers the best perspective of the Sierra Nevada's glaciers, which are best seen during the dry season (December-March) when cloud cover is minimal. Keep your camera ready as you pass the state of Mérida for the most dramatic elevation changes.
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Caribbean Coastline
Beautiful views of the central coast and the turquoise waters near the takeoff point at Maiquetía.
Puerto Cabello
View of the historic port city and the surrounding naval infrastructure along the coast.
Lake Maracaibo Basin
On the approach to La Fria, the southern tip of the massive Lake Maracaibo becomes visible to the north.
Catatumbo Horizon
Distant towering cumulus clouds in the direction of the world-famous lightning phenomenon area.
The right side is excellent for afternoon flights, as it captures the golden hour reflection off the coastal waters and Lake Maracaibo. During descent into La Fria, look north toward the Zulia state to see the vast palm oil plantations and the southern marshes of the lake. It is generally a flatter landscape compared to the left side.
Book Hotels in La FriaDistance: 636 km (395 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 4 min
Departure: CCS (10.601194, -66.991222)
Arrival: LFR (8.239167213439941, -72.27102661132812)
Route Type: Domestic
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